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THE GREETER Newsletter of the Florence Welcoming Club— 25th Anniversary Year
Now in its 25th year, the Florence Welcoming Club has been introducing newcomers to one another and helping them become involved in the community. If you are new to Florence, we welcome you and hope to get to know you so Our next meeting will be Chiropractic Care with Dr. Johnathan Davis from Pure Life Chiropractic on Tuesday, October 4th at 7:00 PM at the Lutheran Church of the Incarnate Word, 1900 Second Loop Rd.
A Message from the President
Let me just start off this month’s note with a, WOW! I cer-tainly hope that all of you enjoyed the ice cream/funnel cake social for our September meeting. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Cindy Stafford , our Vice President, for all of her hard work setting up our meeting and with so many fun games to try! I encourage everyone to visit George’s Funnel Cakes and support his dream. I am just dying to try one of his deep fried snicker bars! Thank you to all who at-tended our social. If you did not make it, I encourage you to pencil in October 4 for our next general meeting. We have put a lot of time and thought into making this year fun, excit-ing and informative.
With that said, we say hello to October 2011. We welcome Dr. Johnathon Davis of Pure Life Chiropractic Center. There is going to be a lot to learn and participate in. I am really looking forward to learning some tips and tricks to live a healthier, maximized life! I also hope that all of our new members and guests will attend. We welcome you and are so glad to have met you.
Please remember we will have our Attractions Fundraiser books available at the meeting. If you wish to take one or two on consignment to sell, we gladly appreciate your ef-forts. It is easier to sell it if it can be seen and held.
This is also the month we will have our sign-up sheet for our annual Christmas Banquet. This year it will be held at The Peddler Steakhouse on Hoffmeyer Road in the old Benton’s location. We are in for such a treat and you will see a sample menu and receive specifics at the meeting.
Lastly I would like to thank all of you for your enthusiastic support and response to our charity, Mcleod’s Children’s Hospital and NICU. Every penny counts! So keep them com-ing! Take care, enjoy the cooler weather and I will see you all soon.
Carrie
Introducing …
Stacy Noble
Have You Paid Your Dues? If you are receiving this by e-mail, please fill out the membership page and bring it to the meeting or send it with your dues ($15) to P.O. Box 5391, Florence 29502. Dues are due at the October 4th meeting. You may have your Directory photo taken at the meeting or send one to Kathleen Snook at [email protected] by October 15th. Thank you!
Where did you move from? We moved to Florence about 8 years ago from Ohio. My husband and I are both teachers. We teach in Sumter, SC. I currently teach Special Education at Crestwood High School, I have a B.S. in Early Childhood Education and a Masters of Educa-tion in Instructional Accommodation. I am certified in Early Childhood and Elementary Education as well as Special Education. My husband has a BA in Secondary English Education and is certified in Middle and High School Educa-tion. He currently teaches 9th grade English at Lakewood High School.
Family? Josh and I have been married for almost 3 years and we have two beautiful children. Kalem will be two years old in December and Ellie will be one in February. They are both fiery red heads and have loads of personality! Kalem loves to ride his tricycle and they both love to play in the pool at Ama and Papa's house.
Tell us about your participation in Welcoming club? What you enjoy? I really enjoy the friendships made in the Welcoming Club. My mom is a member and in our busy lives the Welcoming Club is our chance to spend time together and that is my favorite part! I was a sub for Bunco and I really liked that! I am creating a play group called the “Tiny Turtles.” If you have children, please join the Tiny Turtles! We meet the first Saturday of every month at 9:30 AM at different locations! My e-mail address is [email protected] if you want to attend. Continued on Page 2.
Inside… New Member Listing— Back of Calendar Notes from the Vice President—Page 2
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Next Board Meeting
Tuesday, October 12th 6:30 PM Denise Welch’s home, 435 Sterling Dr.
Executive Board - 2011-12
President…... …. Carrie Rowe 409-1661 [email protected]
Vice-President... Cindy Stafford 665-9017 [email protected]
Secretary……….. Denise Welch 407-4707 [email protected]
Treasurer……….. Faith Senft 413-1716 [email protected]
Committees - 2011-12 50/50…………... Grazyna Witkowski 676-0315 [email protected] Greeters………. Jane Graffeo 664-9326 [email protected] Hospitality……. Karen Bellos 679-9256 Faith Senft 413-1716 [email protected] Membership….. Kathleen Snook 678-4140 [email protected] Newsletter…….. LynnEllen Lang 679-7029 [email protected] Prize Patrol….... Rose McChesney 407-5662 [email protected] Publicity……….. Cindy Stafford 665-9017 [email protected] Web Master…… One Needed! Special Events.. Karen Herbert 673-0819
Profile, Continued What other activities do you enjoy? My favorite thing to do is to play with my children and spend time with my family. I am an avid bargain shopper and ga-rage sale person. I am a thrill seeker and an adrenaline junkie. I love riding motorcycles and going to festivals.
Any advice to share with new members that may help in their transition? There's never a reason to be shy because everyone is so friendly and helpful.
Community Spotlight
Florence Convention & Visitors Bureau
3290 W Radio Drive (Next to the Civic Center) 843.664.0330 | 800.325.9005 | fax 843.665.9480
www.Visitflo.com E-mail — [email protected]
The Florence CVB serves as a destination marketing or-ganization promoting the facilities, attractions, and events of Florence County. At the web site you will find maps, descriptions of dining establishments and menus, history, heritage, weather, photo albums and links to popular e-destinations. For a weekly listing of events, sign up for the e-news! So be in the know, and go with Flo!
Notes from our Vice President
The November meeting is a Craft Bazaar! But......I need all reservations by October 4th meeting. Tables are first come first serve depending on what craft you have. We want to have several different crafts to buy! E-mail me or call 665-9017 to reserve your spot today!
Our Christmas Party is at the Peddler Steak House. The meal will cost $26.00 and sodas or tea, taxes and gratuity are included. We are accepting checks made out to Flor-ence Welcoming Club (FWC) for $26.00 due by our November 1st meeting. Our meat choices will be: Sirloin Steak, Marinated Chicken Breast, or Salmon Fillet with Caper Sauce. More information at the October 4th meeting!
I have created a Fan Page (Florence Welcoming Club) on Facebook that you can “Like” to keep up on the latest info. We have a Friends Page (Florence Welcoming Club) that you can be a friend of also.
Treasurer’s Report: Our treasury total is $2,068.49 as of 9/19/11. Faith Senft, Treasurer
Rita and Stacy show the features of our Septem-ber meeting, including the Attractions Coupon books. The Attractions Dining and Value Guide enables you to save significantly when you patronize various restaurants, retail stores, golf courses, theaters, etc. in our region. The FWC will offer these for sale at $20. For every 5 Attraction Books you sell, you get one free! This helps keep our dues at $15.
Happy 25th
Anniversary
FWC!
Lunch Bunch Juliette Glassburner 679-9843
Date: Friday, October 21st
Time: 11:45 AM
Place: Redbone Alley, Florence Mall Catch up with old friends and make new ones over lunch.
Book Club Kathleen Snook 678-4140
Book for Oct.: The Power and the Glory by Graham Greene Date: Wednesday, October 19th Time: 7:00 PM Place: Marian Wagner 676-0641
We discuss the books in an informal atmosphere. Ques-tions are provided at the meeting.
Book for November: Shelter Me by Juliette Fay
Coffee Club Juliette Glassburner 679-9843
Date: Friday, October 14th Time: 10:00 AM Place: Bean Groovy, Woody Jones Blvd. Start your weekend by relaxing with new friends & coffee.
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Bunco Julie West 669-4311 [email protected]
Date: Thursday, October 13th Time: 7:00 PM Place: Marian Wagner’s 676-0641
Bunco is an easy-to-learn dice game! Please bring $5.00 .
Recipe Club Joan Turner 678-3158, [email protected]
Date: Wednesday, October 19th Time: 12:00 PM Place: Joan Turner 678-3158 Theme: Apples Bring a dish and copies of the recipe. The hostess provide dessert.
Nimble Fingers Joan Turner 678-3158 [email protected]
Date: Tuesday, October 11th Place: Barnes and Noble, Magnolia Mall Date: Wednesday, October 26th Place: Bean Groovy, Woody Jones Blvd. Time for all dates: 9:00 — 11:00 AM Join us as we each work on our handcraft projects (knitting, crocheting, sewing, etc.) and talk.
Girls’ Weekend Kathleen Snook 678-4140
Date: March 4th, 2012 Jersey Boys, Charlotte
Date: April 28th, 2012 Les Miserables, Atlanta
Contact Kathleen for more information!
Chick Flicks Marian Wagner 676-0641
Date: Tuesday, October 25th Time: 7:00 PM and we will decide which movie to see. Place: Swamp Fox Cinema, Radio Drive
Operation Write Home Karen Herbert 673-0819 [email protected] Make homemade birthday, anniversary, etc. cards for our troops. The cards get sent to deployment areas and soldiers can select a card to send home to a loved one. Date: Alternate Sundays. Call the store to confirm dates. Time: 1:30 — 6:00 PM (drop in) Place: Scrapbook Concepts, 2554 West Palmetto Call Scrapbook Concepts to reserve a spot at 665-9624.
Euchre Club Cindy Stafford 665-9017 [email protected] Date: Saturday, October 15th Time: 7:00 PM Beginners practice 6pm Place: Cindy Stafford 665-9017 Euchre is a fun, easy card game. Bring an appetizer. Hostess will provide Dessert.
Couples Night Out Nancy Mikolon 803-437-2325 [email protected]
A chance for Adults to have a nice dinner or other outing.
Day and Time to be announced at the meeting!
Girls’ Day/Night Out Joan Turner 678-3158,
Date: Tuesday, October 18th
Place: Conway Glass Christmas Ornament Making Time: Leave at 3:30 PM, dinner at Crady’s before ornament making from 6:00 — 8:00 PM. Pre-registration is required at the October meeting. ($25)
Tiny Turtles Stacy Noble 610-6287
[email protected] Date: Saturday, October 1st Place: Ebenezer Park.
Time: 9:30 AM A play group focusing on learning through play. For infants through preschool. (Note: this is prior to our main meeting.)
Don’t forget! Pre-order your MEAL for Peddlers Steak House for our Holiday Party on December 6th!
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Florence Welcoming Club
P.O. Box 5391 Florence, SC 29502
Next Meeting
Tuesday, October 4th, 2011
7:00 PM
Lutheran Church of the Incarnate Word
1900 Second Loop Rd.
Business Spotlight
Pure Life Chiropractic
1267 Celebration Blvd. Florence, SC 29501
(843) 667-9929 www.purelifedrdavis.com
Johnathan Davis C DC will be our speaker at the October 4th meeting. His business emphasizes a complete system for living, incorporating the 5 Essentials of Maximized Living. In addition to chiropractic care, Pure Life offers services and products for preventive health. Find out more at our meeting.
Do you know of a business you would like to share with
us? Contact Cindy Stafford at [email protected].
Look for FWC on Facebook. Our email address is [email protected]. Invite newcomers to the Florence Welcoming Club!
Refreshments
Food: Ganene Houlahan, Joan Turner, Karen Herbert
Drinks: Linda Glinski, Roe McChesney, Juliette Glasburner
Greeters
Greeters stand by the door and help newcomers feel at-home by giving them a newsletter and membership form and introduce them to others. (Remember how it felt when you were new?)
Call Jane Graffeo at 664-9326 or email [email protected] to volunteer to help.
Thank you
First Reliance Bank
for sponsoring our 2011-12 brochures.
Special thanks to Joan Billheimer of First Reliance!
Giving to our Community
Our Charity through January is McLeod Children's Hospital-NICU-Change Cupids. Bring your spare change and place it in the red container at our meeting. You will receive an extra door prize ticket for donating. (We will also collect change at some of our activities.) The 50/50 receipts will go toward the NICU as well.
Sunshine
We send best wishes to Georgia Wenzel as she moves to Las Vegas to be near her family. We keep in mind the husbands of Jill Higgins and Jane Graffeo as they undergo various medical treatments. We would like to send cheer to any member who has a need for some “sunshine.” Please submit all occasions to Elizabeth Caldwell at 669-2825 ([email protected]).
October
4 Marlene Pantos 9 Shirley Smith 16 Betty Theis 24 Anna Clingempeel 30 Roe McChesney 31 Linda Damiano
Congratulations to our October Prize Winners
Karen Griese — book Myrtle Beach Mayhem by Lynn Rumage.
Judean Stone and Marian Wagner — 1910 antique linen doilies from Wales, donated by member Eirlys Wilkes.
Joan Turner — Large roasting pan donated by George’s Funnel Cakes, 812 S Cashua Dr (See photo) 407-6723.
Jane Man — Plant donated by a Florence Welcoming Club member.
Loretta Harris — Bouquet of flowers donated by Florence Flower Shop (on Woodland Drive which runs between Second Loop and Cashua. From Florence Mall, go South on Evans and cross Palmetto. Evans becomes Second Loop here. Go less than one-quarter mile and turn left onto Woodland at the Trophy Shop.) You can contact them at 669-8191.
50/50 Winner — Congratulations to Ann Rusthoven ($28.50). An equal amount will be donated to McLeod Children's Hospital-NICU-Change Cupids.
Thanks to our Door Prize Donors!
Please patronize these businesses and mention that you are a member of the Florence Welcoming Club!
New Members
Angele Kaminski 843-407-7679 [email protected] Evette Jones 793-2327 [email protected] Leonor Chavez 843-432-2667 [email protected] Shawna Westervelt 478-9107 [email protected] Nancy Mikolan 803-437-2325 [email protected] Judean Stone 665-5282 [email protected] Laura Seasock 843-407-6581 [email protected] Margaret Taylorso 317-6644 [email protected] Sarah Quin 843-662-5441 [email protected] Ellen McGrath 773-1106 [email protected] Shirley Smith 843-676-0055 [email protected] Evelyn King Stacy Noble 843-610-6287 [email protected]
Far Right — Joan Turner holding roasting pan door prize from George of George’s Funnel Cakes.
Right — Audy and Lois with a new-comer.
Below — Some of our members
listening to George talking about how
George’s Funnel Cakes started.
Below — Ann, Grace and Carrie
try carnival games at the
September meeting.
Join Us at the Peddler Steak House For
The Welcoming Club’s Holiday Dinner Party! December 6th, at 6:30 PM
Our Menu includes your choice of:
Sirloin Steak
Flavor Famous Grilled Center Cut
Marinated Chicken Breast
Filet of chicken breast marinated with a hint
Of brown sugar and tropical flavor
Salmon Filet with Caper Sauce
Filet of wild caught salmon grilled to perfection, served with and hot butter
Entrees are served with Salad Buffet, choice of Rice,
Baked Potato, Sweet Potato, Fresh Steamed Vegetables
or French Fries and Honey Wheat Bread
Cost is $26 payable in advance
Holiday Gift Exchange
($10 maximum)
Charity: Salvation Army
New or gently used, unwrapped toys
Choose your Main Course
(One)
Sirloin Steak Marinated Chicken Breast Salmon Filet
Choose your Side
(One)
Rice Baked Potato Sweet Potato
Fresh Steamed Vegetables French Fries Entrees are served with Salad Buffet,
Honey Wheat Bread and your choice of one side.
Main Course_________________________________
Side Dish____________________________________
Name________________________________________
Phone _______________________________________
E-mail________________________________________
Cost: $26
Make checks payable to:
FWC
PO Box 5391
Florence, SC 29502
*Or pay in person at the October or November meeting.